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- 2h ago
Turkish police detain 12 academics, activists in raids
Turkey's state-run news agency says police have detained 12 academics, businesspeople and journalists as part of an investigation into an association that was headed by a jailed prominent businessman and activist
2h ago - Nov 3
Erdogan, Trump discuss Turkish bank, joint patrols in Syria
Turkey's president says Donald Trump promised to look into possible U.S. measures against a Turkish bank for evading sanctions on Iran
Nov 3 - Nov 2
US, Turkey lift sanctions imposed in case of detained pastor
Turkey and the U.S. have lifted sanctions on senior government officials that had been imposed during the diplomatic standoff over the arrest of American pastor Andrew Brunson
Nov 2 - Oct 16
Pastor Andrew Brunson says he's probably 'one of the most hated men in Turkey' where he was detained
Pastor Andrew Brunson was a longtime missionary in Turkey, arrested in 2016.
Oct 16
- Aug 2
US sanctions two top Turkish officials over pastor's detention, blowing open divisions between allies
Turkey responded that the move will not go unanswered as relations deteriorate.
Aug 2
- Jul 26
American pastor detained in Turkey moved to house arrest
Evangelical pastor Mark Brunson, jailed in Turkey on espionage charges, has been moved to house arrest after calls for his release from President Donald Trump.
Jul 26
- Jul 25
American pastor detained in Turkey moved to house arrest
Evangelical pastor Mark Brunson, jailed in Turkey on espionage charges, has been moved to house arrest after calls for his release from President Donald Trump.
Jul 25
- Jul 24
Congress OKs delay in F-35 jet transfer to Turkey as Pentagon warns of consequences
With the finalization of a sweeping defense policy bill, Congress got a step closer to blocking Turkey from acquiring American-made fighter jets.
Jul 24
- Jun 25
- Jun 24
Turkey heads to polls for 2nd time since Erdogan imposed emergency rule
President Erdogan called snap elections for Sunday.
Jun 24
- Jun 22
Why is Turkey going to the polls again?
President Recep Erdogan cited economic challenges and a growing military campaign in Syria in calling an early election.
Jun 22 - Apr 17
Emotional day in court for US pastor jailed in Turkey
The American pastor has denied all charges and faces 35 years in prison.
Apr 17 - Apr 4
Harsh sentence urged for Turkish banker whose case strained US-Turkey relations
Federal prosecutors in New York urged a judge Wednesday to send a Turkish banker to prison for more than 15 years when he is sentenced later this month.
Apr 4 - Feb 15
Tense times in US-Turkey relations as officials huddle
The talks with Rex Tillerson were to focus on Washington's plan to continue providing the Kurdish militants assistance and Turkey's military operations in Kurdish areas of northern Syria.
Feb 15 - Dec 29
US, Turkey resume visa services amid low point in relations
There are disputes over U.S. support for Kurdish groups in Iraq and Syria
Dec 29 - Nov 28
FBI probes murder of Syrian-American journalist who sought to expose Assad regime abuses
The FBI is probing the murders of Syrian-American journalist Halla Barakat and her mother in Turkey, but Turkish authorities have so far declined U.S. offers to assist.
Nov 28 - Oct 10
US-Turkey visa issuances halted by both countries in diplomatic standoff
Both countries suspended visa issuances in a diplomatic tit-for-tat.
Oct 10 - Jun 15
- May 21
Turkish NBA player Enes Kanter claims he was detained in airport over political views
Oklahoma City's Eric Kanter has been vocal in criticizing the Turkish president.
May 21 - May 18
9 injured, 2 arrested in fight at Turkish ambassador's home
Violent protests broke out at the Turkish ambassador's home in Washington, D.C.
May 18 - Apr 17
Turkey's referendum could signal trouble ahead for the country, experts say
The measure's approval could also affect Turkey's relationship with the U.S.
Apr 17 - Jan 17
Suspect in New Year's Eve Attack on Istanbul Nightclub Confessed: Governor
The man was caught with his son in a raid in an Istanbul suburb.
Jan 17 - Jan 12
Turkey's Tourism Industry Suffers After Recent Terror Attacks
Turkey's tourism industry was down sharply in 2016.
Jan 12 - Jan 12
Brawl Erupts in Turkey's Parliament Over Constitutional Reform
Proposed constitutional amendments would give new powers to the president.
Jan 12 - Jan 12
Brawl Erupts in Turkey's Parliament Over Constitutional Reform
Lawmakers from opposing parties clashed during a tense session on a controversial set of constitutional reforms.
Jan 12 - Jan 4
5 Detained in Turkey New Year's Eve Terror Attack Investigation
Officials detained five additional people overnight in the search for the suspect accused of gunning down 39 people in a New Year's Eve attack at the Reina nightclub in Turkey.
Jan 4 - Jan 4
New Images Allegedly Show Istanbul Terror Suspect Minutes Before Attack
Turkish authorities are studying the newly released images that allegedly show the suspect getting into a taxi with a large backpack, which may have contained the weapons used in the attack.
Jan 4 - Jan 3
Drone Shows Scene of Turkey Nightclub Attack
Turkish police continue to investigate at the Reina nightclub in Istanbul, where an attack early on New Year's Day left 39 people dead.
Jan 3 - Jan 3
Manhunt Intensifies for Turkey Nightclub Terrorist
Authorities have released new photos of the man who allegedly gunned down 39 people on New Year's Eve in Turkey.
Jan 3 - Jan 3
Chilling Details Emerge in Wake of Istanbul Nightclub Massacre
The gunman shot off 180 rounds of ammunition used in AK-47 assault rifles.
Jan 3 - Jan 2
American Injured in Turkey Nightclub Calls Attack 'a Massive Tragedy'
Jacob Raak said he was part of a group of about 9 and that 7 of them were shot.
Jan 2 - Jan 2
ISIS Claims Istanbul Nightclub Attack That Killed 39 as Manhunt Continues
One American was injured in the attack on a popular Istanbul nightclub.
Jan 2 - Jan 2
Police Raids Across Turkey After Deadly Bombing Attack
Turkey's police rounded up more than 100 members of a Kurdish political party on Monday as the country mourned the dozens killed in a bombing attack near an Istanbul stadium.
Jan 2 - Jan 2
Dozens Killed in Attack on Istanbul Nightclub
ABC News' Jonathan Karl reports the latest details on the Istanbul nightclub attack.
Jan 2 - Jan 2
Manhunt Launched for Shooter in Istanbul Nightclub Massacre
At least 39 people were killed in attack on revelers ringing in the new year at Reina nightclub.
Jan 2 - Jan 2
Manhunt Continues for Shooter in Istanbul Nightclub Attack That Killed 39
ISIS put out a statement claiming responsibility for the attack because it's "where Christians celebrate their apostate holiday."
Jan 2 - Jan 2
Manhunt Underway After Shooting Attack at Istanbul Nightclub Kills 39
A massive manhunt is underway.
Jan 2 - Jan 1
Turkey Nightclub Terror Attack Kills at Least 39
ABC News' Jennifer Eccleston reports the latest news on the deadly nightclub attack.
Jan 1 - Dec 20
Man in Custody After Shots Fired in Front of US Embassy in Turkey
The incident occurred hours after Russia's ambassador was killed in Ankara.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
Man Held in Turkey After Firing Gun Near US Embassy
The incident took place hours after Russia's ambassador to Turkey was assassinated in Ankara.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
Russia's Ambassador to Turkey Assassinated on Camera
Russia has called the shooting by a lone gunman a terrorist attack.
Dec 20 - Dec 11
Powerful Twin Explosions Occur Outside Major Soccer Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey
15 dead and more than 60 people wounded from explosions, the Turkish Health Ministry said.
Dec 11 - Nov 4
Turkey Car Bomb Kills 9, Lawmakers' Arrests Spur Protests
The Diyarbakir explosion has injured over 100 people.
Nov 4 - Oct 28
Turkish Justice Minister: Fethullah Gulen Is Our Osama bin Laden
Turkey has demanded the U.S. extradite cleric Fethullah Gulen
Oct 28 - Oct 25
Turkish Media: Explosion in Mediterranean Resort of Antalya
An explosion inside a car left in the parking lot of the local chamber of trade in the Mediterranean resort of Antalya on Tuesday slightly injured about a dozen people, an official said.
Oct 25 - Sep 13
Turkey Formally Requests Extradition of Cleric Gulen From US
Previously, Turkish officials had verbally demanded his extradition.
Sep 13 - Aug 29
Pentagon Calls on Turkey to Stop Fighting Kurds
Ash Carter says focus should remain on fighting ISIS.
Aug 29 - Aug 26
Kurdish Militants Claim Deadly Car Bomb Attack in Turkey
Turkish officials and the state-run news agency say Kurdish militants on Friday attacked a police checkpoint in southeast Turkey with an explosives-laden truck, killing at least 11 police officers and wounding 78 other people
Aug 26 - Aug 22
Turkey Seeks to 'Cleanse' Syrian Border After Wedding Bombing
The suicide bomber is believed to be a child between 12 and 14 years old.
Aug 22 - Aug 21
Child Used in Suicide Attack on Wedding that Kills at Least 51, Turkey's President Says
ISIS is "the most likely perpetrator," said the Turkish president.
Aug 21